Belmont Stakes 2016: Post positions, updated odds FacebookEmail Twitter Google+ LinkedIn Pinterest Belmont Stakes 2016: Post positions, updated odds The 148th Belmont Stakes takes place on Saturday at Belmont Park as Preakness winner Exaggerator looks to win two legs of this year's Triple Crown. Post to Facebook Belmont Stakes 2016: Post positions, updated odds The 148th Belmont Stakes takes place on Saturday at Belmont Park as Preakness winner Exaggerator looks to win two legs of this year's Triple Crown. Check out this story on app.com: CancelSend A link has been sent to your friend's email address. Posted! A link has been posted to your Facebook feed. Join the Conversation Belmont Stakes 2016: Post positions, updated odds Kevin Steimle , @kevsteimle Published 9:00 p.m. ET June 8, 2016 | Updated 1:20 p.m.

ET June 9, 2016 CLOSE Share Come out to the Jersey Shore Sports Awards on June 13th In this May 21, 2016, file photo, Exaggerator (5), with Kent Desormeaux up, moves past Nyquist, ridden by Mario Gutierrez, on the way to winning the 141st Preakness Stakes horse race at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore. Exaggerator has been made the 9-5 favorite in a field of 13 for Saturday's $1.5 million Belmont Stakes (AP Photo/Garry Jones, File) (Photo: Garry Jones, AP) The 148th Belmont Stakes takes place on Saturday at Belmont Park as Preakness winner Exaggerator looks to win two legs of this year's Triple Crown. Kentucky Derby winner Nyquist will not race because of a health issue. The field also includes Kentucky Derby horses Destin, Suddenbreakingnews, Creator, Trojan Nation and Lani. Here are the odds and post positions for Saturday's race: Saturday at Belmont Park, Elmont, N.Y. Distance: 1 1/2 miles. TV: NBC.

Online: NBCSports Extra. PP Horse Odds Jockey/Trainer 1. Governor Malibu 12-1 Rosario/Clement 2. Destin 6-1 Castellano/Pletcher 3. Cherry Wine 8-1 Lanerie/Romans 4. Suddenbreakingnews 10-1 Smith/Von Hemel 5. Stradivari 5-1 Velazquez/Pletcher 7. Seeking the Soul 30-1 Geroux/Stewart 8. Forever d'Oro 30-1 Ortiz/Stewart 9. Trojan Nation 30-1 Gryder/Gallagher 10. Lani 20-1 Take/Matsunaga 12. Brody's Cause 20-1 Saez/Romans 13. Creator 10-1 Ortiz Jr./Asmussen Posted! A link has been posted to your Facebook feed. Jun 8, 2016; Elmont, NY, USA; Cherry Wine ridden by Faustino Aguilar trains on the main track in preparation for the 148th running of the Belmont Stakes at Belmont Park.

Mandatory Credit: Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sports Anthony Gruppuso, Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sport Jun 8, 2016; Elmont, NY, USA; Cherry Wine ridden by Faustino Aguilar trains on the main track in preparation for the 148th running of the Belmont Stakes at Belmont Park. Mandatory Credit: Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sports Anthony Gruppuso, Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sport Jun 8, 2016; Elmont, NY, USA; Trojan Nation trains on the main track in preparation for the 148th running of the Belmont Stakes at Belmont Park. Mandatory Credit: Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sports Anthony Gruppuso, Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sport Jun 8, 2016; Elmont, NY, USA; A horse and rider train on the main track in preparation for the 148th running of the Belmont Stakes at Belmont Park.

Mandatory Credit: Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sports Anthony Gruppuso, Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sport Jun 8, 2016; Elmont, NY, USA; Lani ridden by Eishu Maruuchi trains on the main track in preparation for the 148th running of the Belmont Stakes at Belmont Park. Mandatory Credit: Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sports Anthony Gruppuso, Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sport Jun 8, 2016; Elmont, NY, USA; Lani ridden by Eishu Maruuchi trains on the main track in preparation for the 148th running of the Belmont Stakes at Belmont Park. Mandatory Credit: Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sports Anthony Gruppuso, Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sport Jun 8, 2016; Elmont, NY, USA; Suddenbreakingnews trains on the main track in preparation for the 148th running of the Belmont Stakes at Belmont Park.

Mandatory Credit: Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sports Anthony Gruppuso, Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sport Jun 8, 2016; Elmont, NY, USA; A horse and rider arrive on the main track in preparation for the 148th running of the Belmont Stakes at Belmont Park. Mandatory Credit: Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sports Anthony Gruppuso, Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sport Jun 8, 2016; Elmont, NY, USA; Horses and riders arrive on the main track in preparation for the 148th running of the Belmont Stakes at Belmont Park. Mandatory Credit: Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sports Anthony Gruppuso, Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sport Fullscreen Belmont Stakes hopeful Trojan Nation, with exercise rider Andy Durnin up, works out at Belmont Park, Wednesday, June 8, 2016, in Elmont, N.Y. Trojan Nation will compete in the 148th running of the Belmont Stakes horse race on Saturday.

(AP Photo/Julie Jacobson) Julie Jacobson, AP Belmont Stakes hopeful Cherry Wine works out at Belmont Park, Wednesday, June 8, 2016, in Elmont, N.Y. Cherry Wine will compete in the 148th running of the Belmont Stakes horse race on Saturday. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson) Julie Jacobson, AP Belmont Stakes hopeful Suddenbreakingnews works out at Belmont Park, Wednesday, June 8, 2016, in Elmont, N.Y. Suddenbreakingnews will compete in the 148th running of the Belmont Stakes horse race on Saturday. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson) Julie Jacobson, AP Belmont Stakes hopeful Brody's Cause works out at Belmont Park, Wednesday, June 8, 2016, in Elmont, N.Y. Brody's Cause will compete in the 148th running of the Belmont Stakes horse race on Saturday. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson) Julie Jacobson, AP A race horse works out at Belmont Park, Wednesday, June 8, 2016, in Elmont, N.Y.

The 148th running of the Belmont Stakes horse race is on Saturday. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson) Julie Jacobson, AP Fullscreen FILE - In this May 21, 2016, file photo, Exaggerator (5), with Kent Desormeaux up, moves past Nyquist, ridden by Mario Gutierrez, on the way to winning the 141st Preakness Stakes horse race at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore. Exaggerator has been made the 9-5 favorite in a field of 13 for Saturday's $1.5 million Belmont Stakes (AP Photo/Garry Jones, File) Garry Jones, AP Like this topic?

You may also like these photo galleries: Replay Belmont Stakes 2014: Post time, lineup, odds, TV schedule Belmont Stakes 2014: Post time, lineup, odds, TV schedule The field of 11 horses for the 146th Belmont Stakes on Saturday at Belmont Park Post to Facebook Belmont Stakes 2014: Post time, lineup, odds, TV schedule The field of 11 horses for the 146th Belmont Stakes on Saturday at Belmont Park Check out this story on USATODAY.com: CancelSend A link has been sent to your friend's email address. Posted! A link has been posted to your Facebook feed. 2 To find out more about Facebook commenting please read the Conversation Guidelines and FAQs Belmont Stakes 2014: Post time, lineup, odds, TV schedule California Chrome failed to win Triple Crown California Chrome is the 13th horse to fall short of a Triple Crown at Belmont. Belmont Stakes is the longest and toughest leg of thoroughbred racing's Triple Crown. Sponsored by Janet Loehrke and Anne Carey, USA TODAY USATODAY Published 10:36 p.m.

ET June 5, 2014 | Updated 3:08 p.m. ET June 7, 2014 The field of 11 horses for the 146th Belmont Stakes on Saturday, as compiled by America's Best Racing ( California Chrome during workouts in preparation for the 2014 Belmont Stakes. (Photo: Anthony Gruppuso, USA TODAY Sports) Track: Belmont Park in Elmont, N.Y. Distance: 1 1/2 miles TV: NBCSN (2:30-4:30 p.m. ET); NBC (4:30 p.m.) Post time: 6:52 p.m. ET (Horses will leave for the walk to the paddock at 6:13 and the post parade will start at 6:39) FULL LINEUP: 1.

Medal Count (Odds 20-1) Jockey: Robby Albarado Career record: 8 starts - 3 wins -1 second -0 third Career earnings: $261,600 Pedigree: Dynaformer — Brisquette, by Unbridled's Song Running style: Closer Need to know: Medal Count encountered a rough trip in the Kentucky Derby, finishing eighth, 7½ lengths behind winner California Chrome. He notched a solid runner-up finish to Dance With Fate in the Toyota Blue Grass Stakes at Keeneland eight days after winning the Transylvania Stakes. Romans is seeking his first victory in the Belmont Stakes. 2.

California Chrome (3-5) Owners: Steven Coburn and Perry Martin Career record: 12-8-1-0 Pedigree: Lucky Pulpit — Love the Chase, by Not For Love Running style: Pacesetter/stalker Need to know: California Chrome is riding a six-race winning streak, all stakes, that includes the $1.5million Grade 1 Preakness Stakes, $2million Grade 1 Kentucky Derby, $1million Grade 1 Santa Anita Derby and $300,000 Grade 2 San Felipe Stakes at Santa Anita Park. He would become the 12th horse to win the Triple Crown (Derby, Preakness and Belmont Stakes) if he wins Saturday. He is one of four California-bred horses to win the Kentucky Derby and the fifth to win the Preakness. Pedigree: Tapit — Winter Garden, by Roy Running style: Closer Need to know: He showed talent by winning his debut over Harpoon in November.

After beating fellow Belmont contender Tonalist in the debut for both horses (Tonalist finished fourth), Matterhorn finished fourth behind Tonalist in the Peter Pan Stakes at Belmont on May 10. VIDEO: Can California Chrome make history? CLOSE x Share It's been 36 years since the last Triple Crown winner. California Chrome hopes to break that streak Saturday. USA TODAY Sports 4. Commanding Curve (15-1) Pedigree: Master Command — Mother, by Lion Hearted Running style: Closer Need to know: He came in second behind California Chrome in the 19-horse Kentucky Derby. His trainer, Stewart, was also second in the 2013 Kentucky Derby with Golden Soul. Stewart gained great training experience during 12 years of working as an assistant for Hall of Fame trainer D. Wayne Lukas. 5. Ride On Curlin (12-1) Jockey: John Velazquez Pedigree: Curlin — Magical Ride, by Storm Cat Running style: Stalker Need to know: Ride On Curlin has finished no worse than third in nine of his 11 career starts, including five graded-stakes races.

Ride On Curlin's sire, Curlin, won the 2007 Preakness Stakes. The colt ran second behind California Chrome in the Preakness after a seventh-place finish in the Kentucky Derby. 6. Matuszak (30-1) Pedigree: Bernardini — Golden Sonata, by Mr. Prospector Running style: Closer Neede to know: Matuszak has been beaten by Kid Cruz in his last two starts. He hasn't won race a race since breaking his maiden in his debut at Churchill Downs on Sept.21. His trainer, Mott, and jockey, Smith, teamed to win the Belmont Stakes in 2010 with Drosselmeyer. 7. Samraat (20-1) Pedigree: Noble Causeway — Little Indian Girl, by Indian Charlie Running style: Stalker Need to know: He won his first five career races, including the Kentucky Derby prep Withers and Gotham Stakes, at Aqueduct Racetrack in New York. Samraat is an Ancient Indian word that translates into "Emperor." He finished fifth in the Kentucky Derby. VIDEO: What's changed since the last Triple Crown winner?

CLOSE x Share USA TODAY Sports' Reid Cherner dishes on all the changes we've seen in the past 36 years. 8. Commissioner (20-1) Pedigree: A.P. Indy — Flaming Heart, by Touch Gold Running style: Closer Need to know: Commissioner ran second to Tonalist in Belmont Park's prep race for the Belmont Stakes, the Grade 2 Peter Pan. He is a homebred for owner WinStar Farm, who won classic races with Super Saver (2010 Kentucky Derby) and Drosselmeyer (2010 Belmont). WinStar Farm also bred 2003 Kentucky Derby and Preakness winner Funny Cide. 9. Wicked Strong (6-1) Pedigree: Hard Spun — Moyne Abbey, by Charismatic Running style: Closer Need to know: Named in honor of the victims of the Boston Marathon bombings, Wicked Strong was the winner of the $1million Wood Memorial at Aqueduct. Centennial Farms is donating 5% of Triple Crown winnings for Wicked Strong to One Fund Boston. The colt finished fourth in the Kentucky Derby. 10.

General a Rod (20-1) Jockey: Rosie Napravnik Owners: Skychai Racing LLC and Starlight Racing Career record: 7-2-2-1 Pedigree: Roman Ruler — Dynamite Eyes, by Dynaformer Running style: Front-runner/stalker Need to know: He's named for his former owner, Armando Rodriguez. He won the Gulfstream Park Derby in January and hit the board in the Fountain of Youth in February and the Florida Derby in March before finishing 11th in the Kentucky Derby. He finished fourth in the Preakness, missing third by a head. 11. Tonalist (8-1) Pedigree: Tapit — Settling Mist, by Pleasant Colony Running style: Pacesetter/stalker Need to know: He ran second to eventual Florida Derby winner Constitution in a February Gulfstream Park allowance race. Tonalist won the local prep race for the Belmont Stakes, the Peter Pan, in impressive fashion by 4 lengths. PHOTOS: This week at the Belmont Posted! A link has been posted to your Facebook feed.

Joel Rosario aboard Tonalist wins the 2014 Belmont Stakes ahead of Javier Castellano aboard Commissioner and Robby Albarado aboard Medal Count. Anthony Gruppuso, USA TODAY Sports Joel Rosario aboard Tonalist, center, wins the 2014 Belmont Stakes at Belmont Park. Robert Deutsch, USA TODAY Sports Victor Espinoza aboard California Chrome (2) down the front stretch in the 2014 Belmont Stakes en route to a fourth-place finish. Robert Deutsch, USA TODAY Sports Victor Espinoza aboard California Chrome (2), Joe Bravo aboard Matterhorn (3), Shaun Bridgmohan aboard Commanding Curve (4) and Robby Albarado aboard Medal Count come out of the gate during the 2014 Belmont Stakes. Robert Deutsch, USA TODAY Sports Carolyn Delaney of Washington, DC poses before the 2014 Belmont Stakes at Belmont Park. Brad Penner USA TODAY Sports Natalie Popolano of Brooklyn poses before the 2014 Belmont Stakes at Belmont Park. Brad Penner USA TODAY Natalie Popolano of Brooklyn, NY poses before the 2014 Belmont Stakes at Belmont Park.

Brad Penner USA TODAY Sports Penny Chenery, owner of Secretariat signs autographs before the 2014 Belmont Stakes at Belmont Park. Secretariat won the Triple Crown by capturing the Belmont by 31 lengths Brian Spurlock USA TODAY Sports Sally Ness of Ithaca, NY looks on before the 2014 Belmont Stakes at Belmont Park. Robert Deutsch USA TODAY Sports A barbershop quartet performs before the 2014 Belmont Stakes at Belmont Park. Brian Spurlock USA TODAY Sports Susan Sommer-Luarca paints a portrait of the past three triple crown winners before the 2014 Belmont Stakes at Belmont Park. Brian Spurlock USA TODAY Sports Fashion is on display everywhere at Belmont Park on Belmont Stakes day. Shannon Stapleton Reuters A woman walks through the grandstand area at Belmont Park. Shannon Stapleton Reuters A woman is seen in silhouette at Belmont Park. Shannon Stapleton Reuters Artist Susan Sommer-Luarca, of Springfield, Mo., paints an image of Triple Crown hopeful California Chrome outside the grandstand at Belmont Park. Kathy Willens AP Edwin Collazo, of Brooklyn,wears a hat paying tribute to favorite California Chrome before the Belmont Stakes.

Jason DeCrow AP Nicole Slavek (left) and Barb Traxler (right) both from Minnesota take their own photograph before the 2014 Belmont Stakes at Belmont Park. Brad Penner USA TODAY Sports Cheryl O'Sullivan of Chicago, looks on before the 2014 Belmont Stakes. Brad Penner USA TODAY Sports Erin Daly of Lindenhurst, NY looks on before the 2014 Belmont Stakes at Belmont Park. Brad Penner USA TODAY Sports A fan enters Belmont Park dressed as a horse. Brad Penner USA TODAY Sports A banner hangs at Belmont Park. James Lang USA TODAY Sports Two policemen sit outside the track at Belmont Park to keep order on Belmont Stakes day. James Lang, USA TODAY Sports Pictures are taken beneath a banner at Belmont Park. James Lang USA TODAY Sports Fans, hoping to see history being made, make their own documentation prior to the running of the Belmont Stakes. Kathy Willens, AP Churchill Downs has its Derby hats. Belmont Park has hats but also some hard hats. Jason DeCrow AP Fans, including those with horseheads, make their way into Belmont Park prior to the Belmont Stakes.

Jason DeCrow AP There is no dress code at Belmont Park as fans file in prior to Saturday's Belmont Stakes. Jason DeCrow AP Tonalist will be one of ten challengers looking to ruin California Chrome's bid at a Triple Crown. AP Photo, Julie Jacobson Sumraat (left) after a workout at Belmont. AP Photo, Garry Jones Ride On Curlin, runner up in the Preakness Stakes, gallops down the front stretch with exercise rider Bryan Beccia. AP Photo, Peter Morgan California Chrome makes his way to the track during the early morning at Belmont Park. Shannon Stapleton Reuters Like the racing royalty he hope to become, California Chrome enters the Belmont Park track to work out on Friday. Peter Morgan AP Samraat works at Belmont Park prior to Saturday's Belmont Stakes Garry Jones, AP Tonalist, one of the fresh shooters in Saturday's Belmont Stakes, works on the track on Friday. Julie Jacobson AP Jun 5, 2014; Elmont, NY, USA; California Chrome works out on the track in preparation for running in the Belmont Stakes at Belmont Park.

Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports ORG XMIT: USATSI-181028 ORIG FILE ID: 20140605_jla_ae5_214.jpg Brad Penner Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports California Chrome works out on the track. Brad Penner USA TODAY Sports California Chrome is led from the barn to the track. Brad Penner USA TODAY Sports California Chrome is led to the track by assistant trainer Alan Sherman for a workout. Brad Penner USA TODAY Sports California Chrome is led to the track. Brad Penner USA TODAY Sports California Chrome is led from the barn by assistant trainer Alan Sherman. Brad Penner USA TODAY Sports Belmont Stakes hopeful Ride On Curlin gallops down the front stretch on a wet track with exercise rider Bryan Beccia up. Julie Jacobson AP Belmont Stakes hopeful Ride On Curlin gallops down the front stretch with exercise rider Bryan Beccia up. Julie Jacobson AP Commanding Curve heads down the front stretch with exercise rider Emerson Chavez. Julie Jacobson AP California Chrome gallops around the fourth turn with exercise rider Willie Delgado up.

Julie Jacobson AP Exercise riders and trainers lead thoroughbreds down a horse path to the track for a workout at Belmont Park. Julie Jacobson AP California Chrome, winner of the 2014 Kentucky Derby and Preakness Stakes, is washed down. Mike Segar Reuters California Chrome, winner of the 2014 Kentucky Derby and Preakness Stakes, is washed down . Mike Segar Reuters California Chrome, winner of the 2014 Kentucky Derby and Preakness Stakes, walks out for a morning workout followed by security guards and media members. MIKE SEGAR REUTERS California Chrome, winner of the 2014 Kentucky Derby and Preakness Stakes, stands in a barn after a morning workout. Mike Segar Reuters A New York Racing Association aide hangs California Chrome's name in the number two post position during the draw for the Belmont Stakes. Julie Jacobson AP Ride On Curlin owner Dan Dougherty listens during the draw for the Belmont Stakes horse race at Belmont Park. Garry Jones AP California Chrome co-owner Steve Coburn answers questions during an interview before the start of the draw for the Belmont Stakes.

Julie Jacobson AP California Chrome co owner Steve Coburn (left) and trainer Art Sherman view the morning workout. Anthony Gruppuso USA TODAY Sports Tonalist on the track during workouts in preparation. Anthony Gruppuso USA TODAY Sports Commanding Curve ridden by exercise rider Emerson Chavez on the track during workouts in preparation for the 2014 Belmont Stakes. Anthony Gruppuso USA TODAY Sports General view of the paddock tunnel at Belmont Park. Anthony Gruppuso USA TODAY Sports California Chrome ridden by exercise rider Willie Delgado enters the track for a workout. Anthony Gruppuso USA TODAY Sports Commanding Curve ridden by exercise rider Emerson Chavez. Anthony Gruppuso USA TODAY Sport Assistant trainer Alan Sherman leads California Chrome back to the stable. Julie Jacobson AP Belmont Stakes hopeful Commanding Curve. Julie Jacobson AP Belmont Stakes hopeful Commanding Curve grazes after workout. Julie Jacobson AP Rain clouds roll past Belmont Park as an exercise rider takes a thoroughbred out for a workout. Julie Jacobson AP A horse is walked around the barn before morning workouts at Belmont Park.

Shannon Stapleton Reuters California Chrome, winner of the 2014 Kentucky Derby and Preakness Stakes, stands while being bathed. Shannon Stapleton Reuters Belmont Stakes hopeful Ride On Curlin, left, pauses before beginning a workout. Garry Jones AP Ride On Curlin trainer "Bronco" Billy Gowan watches workouts at Belmont Park. Garry Jones AP Belmont Stakes hopeful Ride On Curlin takes a lap around the track. Garry Jones AP California Chrome assistant trainer Alan Sherman watches workouts at Belmont Park. Julie Jacobson AP Belmont Stakes hopeful Tonalist walks off the track after a workout at Belmont Park. Julie Jacobson AP California Chrome jogs at Belmont Park. Anthony Gruppuso USA TODAY Sports An exercise rider gallops a horse around the track as the sun rises. Julie Jacobson AP California Chrome ridden by exercise rider Willie Delgado heads to the track with assistant trainer Alan Sherman. Anthony Gruppuso USA TODAY Sports Exercise rider Willie Delgado heads to the barn. Anthony Gruppuso USA TODAY Sports California Chrome is led in the barn by exercise rider Willie Delgado after a morning workout.

Anthony Gruppuso USA TODAY Sports Horse trainer Art Sherman prior to speaking at a press conference about the progress of California Chrome. Anthony Gruppuso USA TODAY Sports California Chrome is led in the barn by exercise rider Willie Delgado. Anthony Gruppuso USA TODAY Sports Jun 3, 2014; Elmont, NY, USA; California Chrome gets a bath after a morning workout in preparation for the 2014 Belmont Stakes at Belmont Park. Mandatory Credit: Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sports ORG XMIT: USATSI-181024 ORIG FILE ID: 20140603_jla_ag9_017.jpg Anthony Gruppuso Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sport Kentucky Derby and Preakness winner California Chrome ridden by exercise rider Willie Delgado. Anthony Gruppuso USA TODAY Sport California Chrome ridden by exercise rider Willie Delgado on the track during workouts in preparation for the 2014 Belmont Stakes. Anthony Gruppuso USA TODAY Sports California Chrome ridden by exercise rider Willie Delgado.

Anthony Gruppuso USA TODAY Sports Belmont Stakes hopeful Ride On Curlin is hot walked after a workout at Belmont Park. Julie Jacobson AP Kentucky Derby and Preakness winner California Chrome is led off the track by assistant trainer Alan Sherman with exercise rider Willie Delgado up. Julie Jacobson AP Fullscreen Exercise rider Willie Delgado hot walks Kentucky Derby and Preakness winner California Chrome after a workout Monday, June 2, 2014, in at Belmont Park in Elmont, N.Y. California Chrome will attempt to become the first Triple Crown winner since Affirmed in 1978 when he races in the 146th running of the Belmont Stakes on Saturday. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson) ORG XMIT: NYJJ106 Julie Jacobson AP Kentucky Derby and Preakness winner California Chrome jogs around the track with exercise rider Willie Delgado. Julie Jacobson AP Kentucky Derby and Preakness winner California Chrome, right, jogs around the track with exercise rider Willie Delgado up, Julie Jacobson AP Kentucky Derby and Preakness winner California Chrome pauses as he is hot walked by exercise rider Willie Delgado after jogging at Belmont Park.

Julie Jacobson AP Kentucky Derby and Preakness winner California Chrome pauses as he enters the track with exercise rider Willie Delgado. Julie Jacobson AP Kentucky Derby and Preakness winner California Chrome pauses as he is hot walked by exercise rider Willie Delgado. Julie Jacobson AP A microphone stand with the 146th Belmont Stakes logo is seen at Belmont Park. Shannon Stapleton Reuters A jockey and his horse are reflected in a window making their way from the paddock area. Shannon Stapleton Reuters Exercise rider Willie Delgado plays with California Chrome as a groom bathes him. Julie Jacobson AP Birds sit in the hoof prints of horses during morning workouts at Belmont Park Shannon Stapleton Reuters Like this topic? You may also like these photo galleries: Replay Belmont Park Betting - PreaknessStakes.us Belmont Park Betting News Select Page Belmont Park is one the greatest racecourses of the USA with one of the longest race tracks in the country modeled after European racetracks over the state hosting a gothic mansion as the Turf Club. The most famous Belmont Park race to bet is “The Test of the Champion”, the Belmont Stakes.

Only 12 horses in 100 years have been able to win the Triple Crown, of which the Belmont is the last race, the last horse to win being American Pharoah in 2015. Belmont Park Betting Belmont Park is definitely one of the racetracks of choice for online bettors worldwide that enjoy USA racing. Belmont Park Betting is easy and accessible thanks to the many sportsbooks like William Hill – , it’s available to Americans and the rest of the world. With a minimum bet of $2 and 100% deposit bonuses, online bettors can enjoy bets on the Belmont Stakes and all other events of Belmont Park. RACEBOOKS BET NOW Belmont Park History Belmont Park was born in 1902 in Belmont, Long Island thanks to a syndicate ventured by August Belmont II and William C. Whitney, both influential men of the time that sought out a great race course modeled after the greatest tracks in Europe. They found an enchanting location in an old estate known as Foster’s Meadow, a land with 650 acres hosting an old Tudor-Gothic mansion that belonged to William de Forest Manice.

The mansion became the first Turf and Field Club and even after mayor remodeling in the 1970’s the foundations of the mansion can still be appreciated when entering the Turf Club. The most famous race in the year is the Belmont Stakes race, known as the Third Jewel of the Triple and one of the 4th most famous races in the United States. The Belmont is known as “The Test of the Champions” for its great length and for being the final test to win the Triple Crown races. Only 12 horses have won the Triple Crown since 1919, the last being American Pharoah. Sir Barton was the first horse to win the Triple Crown by winning the Kentucky Derby , Preakness Stakes and Belmont Stakes in 1919. Between 1946 and 1973 no horses won the Triple Crown and after a 27 year drought Secretariat re-started an era of champions that had previously ended with Affirmed in 1978. Only three fillies have won the Belmont Stakes in 102 years, the most famous one being Rags to Riches who defeated the mighty Curlin in 2007.

2016 $14,658,559 on Breeders’ Cup Day, Oct. 29, 2005 Major Events and Racing Festival The Spring/Summer Championship happens during the months of April and July, 54 days of racing events. The Belmont Park Racing Festival is the climax of the season, a three day racing festival that takes place every in the first weeks of June. It is in this festival were the Belmont Stakes takes place, a Grade 1 race with $1,5 million in purse prizes. Other famous events include the Stars and Stripes Festival, featuring the Belmont Derby and Belmont Oaks in July 9th. The Belmont Fall Championship takes place between September and October with 38 days of racing. The biggest race is the Grade 1 $1 million Jockey Club Gold Cup in October 8th. Ticket and Hotels You can purchase tickets for the Belmont Stakes with any of the following online vendors. Hotels.com also hosts special discounts on nearby hotels. Or check our recommended Bed & Breakfast Tudor Mansion’s for a unique experience, all at low prices. Purchase your Belmont tickets in advance and enjoy a wonderful stay in Elmont New York.

External Resources Belmont Stakes guide 10 CONNECT TWEET LINKEDIN COMMENTEMAILMORE For the second-straight year, all eyes are on the Belmont Stakes, which takes place June 6. You can bet local racing fans will flock to Belmont Park in Elmont to see whether American Pharaoh can make a run at history. The last horse to win the Triple Crown, horse racing's ultimate prize, was Affirmed in 1978. Triple Crown races — including the Belmont, the Kentucky Derby and Preakness Stakes in Maryland — are all-day events leading up to two of the most exciting minutes in sports. For fans preparing to spend the day at the track, we have tips on how to make your experience worthwhile and avoid at least some of the inevitable traffic. Should I buy tickets ahead of time? More than 102,000 fans made the trip to Belmont Park to see California Chrome fall short of a Triple Crown in 2014. Due to crowd overflow and nightmarish exit traffic, the New York Racing Association said they will cap attendance at 90,000.

All reserved seats for the event are already sold out , but fans can still purchase general admission seats through Ticketmaster for $19.50 (including fees). Interactive: Triple Crown winners How do I get there? Westchester and Rockland residents can drive: take the Throgs Neck Bridge to the Cross Island Parkway South to Exit 26-D. Arrive early to get a good spot in the lots. Parking gates open at 8:00 a.m. and the admission gates open at 8:30 a.m. Tailgating is not permitted in the parking lots. The Long Island Railroad runs trains from Penn Station to Belmont Park; tickets are $14 round trip. The LIRR and NYR sunk more than $5 million to improve public transportation for 2015, including more trains, new station platforms and an increased train car capacity. Still, they are advising fans to be prepared to wait up to 90 minutes while waiting to board due to the volume of expected riders. What's the dress code? It's not the Kentucky Derby, but spectators do dress up; some areas of the park actually require men to wear collared shirts and ban shorts or short sleeves.

Many women opts to wear hats, too. Go to belmontstakes.com for more information. (Photo: USA TODAY Sports) I made it in. Now what? More than $19 million was bet on site in 2014 and $150 million in total wagering, so it's easy to get caught up in the race fever. While gambling isn't a must to enjoy your day at the Belmont, you can place wagers at booths located throughout the park. The tentative post time of the 147th running of the Belmont Stakes is 6:35 p.m. To stay occupied until then, there will be games for the kids and a trackside musical performance from the Jersey Boys. (The Goo Good Dolls will do a post-performance show). Fans can also cool down with a signature cocktail, the Belmont Jewel and sample the overhauled food options from NYRA and Centerplate. Find salads, the Arepas Trifecta (cheese, shrimp, chicken, vegetable with cilantro alaw) and Manja Pasta (spaghetti with giant meatballs and Pecorino Romano Cheese) at the Garden Terrace. How do I get home without sitting in hours of traffic?

Plan to stay after the big race. There are races after the running of the Belmont Stakes and a post-race concert from Goo Goo Dolls to buy time until the parking lot clears out. With the sheer amount of cars and people heading to public transportation, your best bet is to wait it out. Belmont Stakes 2016 live stream: Watch online Belmont Stakes 2016 live stream: Watch online Comment Live stream info and how to watch the 2016 Belmont Stakes online The 2016 Belmont Stakes will take place on Saturday, June 11 at Belmont Park in Elmont, NY. As the third race in the Triple Crown, the Belmont Stakes is obviously a huge deal. However, there is an odd bit of intrigue the way considering the way that the three major horse races of the year have played out to this point in the year leading up to Saturday. Next: SI Kids: Boxer and Sports Icon Muhammad Ali Dies at 74 As we all know, Nyquist won the 2016 Kentucky Derby and continued an impressive undefeated streak in doing so.

However, Exaggerator finally ended that in the second leg of the Triple Crown as Nyquist was finally defeated. Now Nyquist is ill for the 2016 Belmont Stakes and the question is whether or not Exaggerator is going to run away with things on Saturday evening or if anyone is a up to the challenge. Here’s a look at the 13 horses, their posts, and the opening odds for the 148th Belmont Stakes: Post Horse racing-Results from Belmont Stakes Horse racing-Results from Belmont Stakes Tweet Share ELMONT, New York, June 6 (Reuters) - Results from the 2015 Belmont Stakes at Belmont Park on Saturday, won by American Pharoah (tabulate under finish, horse, trainer, jockey): 1 AMERICAN PHAROAH, Bob Baffert, Victor Espinoza 2 FROSTED, Kiaran McLaughlin, Joel Rosario 3 KEEN ICE, Dale Romans, Kent Desormeaux 4 MUBTAAHIJ, Michael de Kock, Irad Ortiz Jr.

5 FRAMMENTO, Nick Zito, Mike Smith 6 MADEFROMLUCKY, Todd Pletcher, Javier Castellano 7 TALE OF VERVE, Dallas Stewart, Gary Stevens 8 MATERIALITY, Todd Pletcher, John Velazquez Winning margin: 5 1/2 lengths Winning time: 2:26.65 (Reporting by Larry Fine; Editing by Gene Cherry) Reblog

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